Early Head Start Teacher

Allegan County Resource Development Committee•Plainwell, MI

About The Position

The Early Head Start Teacher provides instructional experiences that support children’s social, emotional, physical, and educational development. The teacher applies knowledge of early childhood development to establish appropriate goals and objectives and collaborates with the Co-Teacher to plan together. The position is full-time, full-year, non-exempt, with variable status and a stated salary range of $17.00 to $22.00 per hour. It reports to the Education Supervisor / Director of Operations.

Requirements

Meet the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing Standards for a lead caregiver and Head Start requirements.
Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with an Infant and Toddler Development Focus, awarded by the Council for Professional Development.
Have 480 hours of childcare experience.
Pass a pre-employment physical and TB test.
Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or an equivalent qualification as defined by Head Start regulations.

Responsibilities

Plan activities using the designated curriculum to support each child’s individual progress.
Ensure the classroom arrangement meets the developmental needs of all children.
Maintain a safe and sanitary indoor and outdoor environment.
Implement effective classroom management strategies.
Plan outcomes and classroom transitions, and implement activities for outdoor learning.
Plan and implement transitions from Early Head Start to Head Start or another setting.
Partner with families, the special education team, and management members to develop and implement each child’s individual education plan.
Communicate actively with families to support every child’s success.
Share screening and assessment results with families, staff, and partners.
Confer with families and refer child or family concerns to appropriate partners and staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.